Point of Ness is a serious Caithness point-and-ledge setup near Dunnet Head, a right-hand north-coast wave that needs a real west-northwest to northwest pulse to show its bowly shape. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Point of Ness in North Coast.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
East offshore wind and west-northwest to northwest swell are the clean filters.
Check the live tide windows in the app to time your session perfectly.
Lineup Guide
Low to mid tide gives the best shape, and the rock ledge, takeoff, and exposed north-coast water make it an experienced-surfer session rather than a casual beach check.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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